Power Electronics Intern

Daikin Applied Americas • Staunton, VA

6d

About The Position

The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of power and control systems for industrial chillers and related refrigeration equipment. The role provides hands-on experience with electrical power distribution, electric drives, PLC-based controls, instrumentation, and system integration in a new product development and manufacturing environment. The intern will collaborate with chiller system engineers, controls engineers, and quality personnel to improve product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

The intern will assist with electrical design and development, controls integration and optimization, product validation and verification, factory manufacturing support, and compliance activities. Work may include developing and reviewing schematics and wiring diagrams, supporting testing and troubleshooting, analyzing operational and test data, and preparing technical reports. Employment is contingent on completing applicable pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history and education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis testing. Testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable laws.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; junior-level students are preferred.
• Basic understanding of electrical and electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and engineering documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated work style.
• Completed coursework in Electrical and Electronic Circuit Analysis, Power Systems, Industrial Automation, and Control Systems.

Nice To Haves

• Junior-level standing in a Bachelor's degree program is preferred.
• Coursework in Motor Controls is preferred.
• Coursework in Electrical Machines and Drives is preferred.
• Coursework in Power Electronics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and modifying power and control systems, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts for air-cooled and water-cooled products.
• Support development of electrical bills of materials and component specifications.
• Create and maintain design analyses for power and control components and systems, including power electronic components.
• Review drawings for compliance with applicable industry standards and design guidelines.
• Support development and testing of power electronic components, including variable frequency drives, sensors, motors, and control devices.
• Assist in troubleshooting power and control system issues during prototyping, manufacturing, commissioning, and testing.
• Participate in control sequence verification, point-to-point checks, and functional testing of chiller systems.
• Help collect and analyze operational data for controls optimization.
• Assist engineers with product performance testing and validation and verification of power and controls components and systems in chiller products.
• Collect and analyze test data, including voltage, current, power consumption, efficiency, temperature, and motor and VFD performance factors.
• Support root cause investigations related to electrical and control failures and manufacturing issues.
• Prepare and present technical reports summarizing test results, analysis outcomes, and engineering recommendations.
• Provide technical and engineering support to factory power and control system manufacturing teams.
• Assist with wiring discrepancies, component substitutions, and production-related engineering inquiries.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Support implementation of engineering changes and design updates.
• Assist with compliance efforts related to UL, NEC, NFPA 70, UL508A, and other applicable electrical standards.
• Support verification of electrical safety requirements for industrial refrigeration and HVAC equipment.
• Help maintain engineering records and documentation for regulatory audits and customer requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern